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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

S90 DOGMOT history

S90 DOG is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 4 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 164,229 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2025.

S90 DOG blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Apr 2026
Mileage
164,229 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,006 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S90 DOG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
4 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S90 DOG was last recorded at 164,229 miles on 25 Apr 2025, 426 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,803 miles · 10 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
426 miles
Average per year
7,006 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 164,229 miles
  • 2024 – 163,803 miles
  • 2023 – 163,226 miles
  • 2022 – 162,189 miles
  • 2021 – 160,288 miles
  • 2020 – 158,199 miles
  • 2019 – 151,236 miles
  • 2018 – 144,066 miles
  • 2017 – 137,972 miles
  • 2016 – 131,680 miles
  • 2015 – 123,007 miles
  • 2014 – 113,483 miles
  • 2013 – 102,430 miles
  • 2012 – 92,175 miles
  • 2011 – 80,666 miles
  • 2010 – 68,653 miles
  • 2009 – 57,575 miles
  • 2008 – 46,144 miles
  • 2007 – 37,858 miles
  • 2006 – 30,163 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,229 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated 'A' frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint has slight play 'A' frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Steering damper bushes slightly worn
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion to major components
  • AdvisoryLower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perished, all four shocks (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides lower bushes perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a just in 10 mm limit

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides pitted and scored

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear axle trailing arm bushes perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play axle tie wish bone ball joint small play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,229 miles (+426)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    164,229 miles
    Test number
    817951527874
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated 'A' frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint has slight play 'A' frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper bushes slightly worn
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion to major components
    • AdvisoryLower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perished, all four shocks (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass163,803 miles (+577)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    163,803 miles
    Test number
    592852311831
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front steering damper bushes worn
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play axle A frame balljoint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySelf cancelling indicators not working

  3. Pass163,226 miles (+3)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    163,226 miles
    Test number
    685724959399
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a just in 10 mm limit (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides lower bushes perishing (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides pitted and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear axle trailing arm bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play axle tie wish bone ball joint small play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle tie wish bone both bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWater in fuel waning light on

  4. Fail163,223 miles (+1,034)4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,223 miles
    Test number
    514016385115
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn hockey stick all bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn hockey stick all bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting holed by A post to body mounting point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear cross member holed by B post mounting point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone a just in 10 mm limit (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides lower bushes perishing (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides pitted and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear axle trailing arm bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play axle tie wish bone ball joint small play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle tie wish bone both bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWater in fuel waning light on

  5. Pass162,189 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    162,189 miles
    Test number
    106899887776
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front most (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail162,189 miles (+1,901)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,189 miles
    Test number
    814869608712
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front most (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass160,288 miles (+5)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    160,288 miles
    Test number
    416630487043
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail160,283 miles1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,283 miles
    Test number
    637454585919
    • MajorNearside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail160,283 miles4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,283 miles
    Test number
    165195117026
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel ball seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail160,283 miles (+2,084)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,283 miles
    Test number
    742701751691
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel ball seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass158,199 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    158,199 miles
    Test number
    386708597328
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel hub leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail158,199 miles (+6,963)3 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,199 miles
    Test number
    272795137490
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel hub leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass151,236 miles (+7,170)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    151,236 miles
    Test number
    225810656632
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust condition

  14. Pass144,066 miles (+6,094)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    144,066 miles
    Test number
    808084609560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass137,972 miles (+6,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    137,972 miles
    Test number
    815135867398
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass131,680 miles (+8,673)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    131,680 miles
    Test number
    181810619339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly worn

  17. Pass123,007 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    123,007 miles
    Test number
    437016585036
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail123,007 miles (+9,524)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,007 miles
    Test number
    558076785061
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass113,483 miles (+38)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    113,483 miles
    Test number
    185755184055
    • NoteHeavey smell of fuel in engine bay but no visable leak at time of test
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail113,445 miles (+11,015)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,445 miles
    Test number
    719877974090
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass102,430 miles (+10,255)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    102,430 miles
    Test number
    998178473022
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteRear seats not in use seatbelts not tested

  22. Pass92,175 miles (+11,509)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    92,175 miles
    Test number
    998124972056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass80,666 miles (+12,013)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    80,666 miles
    Test number
    166543371415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass68,653 miles (+11,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    68,653 miles
    Test number
    422390070092
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass57,575 miles (+11,431)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    57,575 miles
    Test number
    310165279082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,144 miles (+8,286)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    46,144 miles
    Test number
    101347878061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass37,858 miles (+7,695)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    37,858 miles
    Test number
    751051277016
    • NoteNoticed very slight play in lower steering intermediate shaft bottom u/j.

  28. Pass30,163 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    30,163 miles
    Test number
    332788666067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail30,085 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,085 miles
    Test number
    540792566059
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about S90 DOG

Does S90 DOG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S90 DOG expired on 24 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S90 DOG?
The MOT on S90 DOG expired on 24 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S90 DOG done?
S90 DOG was recorded at 164,229 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2025, an average of 7,006 miles a year.
Has S90 DOG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S90 DOG has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S90 DOG ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S90 DOG find?
S90 DOG passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2025 with 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: central rear suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated 'a' frame; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central rear suspension component ball joint has slight play 'a' frame, and 10 more.

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